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- Joy. We want to be around people that like to have fun. We remain optimistic through the ups and downs, we enjoy the process, and we share in something bigger than ourselves.
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- Integrity. We do the right thing, even when it’s hard. We act with honesty, accountability, and respect for our teammates and ourselves. We treat the custodian like the king.
- Competitiveness. We embrace challenges and thrive in high-stakes environments. We prepare relentlessly. We are energized by the idea of keeping score.
Position Summary
The Washington Nationals are seeking an Assistant Minor League Medical Coordinator to support the execution of the organization’s Minor League medical processes, affiliate staff development, and daily rehabilitation care in West Palm Beach.
This role will coordinate assigned testing, medical operations, and player-care responsibilities while serving as a resource for affiliate and seasonal athletic trainers. The Assistant Coordinator will work closely with Medical, Rehabilitation, Physical Development, and skill staff to maintain clear player plans, monitor progress, and address barriers to care.
The ideal candidate is an organized, proactive clinician who communicates clearly, follows through on responsibilities, and helps players return prepared to perform at or above their pre-injury level.
This position will be based at our complex in West Palm Beach, FL.
Primary Responsibilities
Player Care & Rehabilitation Coordination
- Provide athletic training evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation services for assigned players in coordination with physicians and rehabilitation staff.
- Coordinate assigned components of return-to-performance plans, ensuring daily care and activities reflect current clinical restrictions and player priorities.
- Execute organizational testing protocols, maintain current results, and communicate changes requiring review by the appropriate clinician or department.
- Work with Rehabilitation, Physical Development, and skill staff to coordinate treatment, physical preparation, and baseball activity.
- Prepare player-care information and coordinate handoffs for rehab assignments, affiliate transfers, physician visits, and remote rehabilitation.
Affiliate Support & Staff Development
- Serve as a regular resource for affiliate and seasonal athletic trainers, helping resolve questions and escalating concerns promptly.
- Support staff onboarding, education, and implementation of organizational medical standards.
- Help coordinate seasonal athletic training roles and internships.
- Identify recurring operational or communication gaps and work with the Medical Coordinator to improve the process.
Communication & Medical Operations
- Communicate player status, treatment responses, testing results, and rehabilitation progress to the Medical Coordinator and relevant staff.
- Maintain accurate medical records in the MLB electronic medical record system and support compliance with organizational and league medical requirements.
- Coordinate assigned components of Minor League player and staff physicals, appointments, testing, and required documentation.
- Manage medical supply inventory, equipment readiness, and sanitation procedures for the Minor League athletic training facilities in West Palm Beach.
- Maintain an organized, professional treatment environment and coordinate daily logistics that allow staff to deliver timely care.
Qualifications
- BOC-certified athletic trainer with eligibility for applicable licensure in Florida and the District of Columbia.
- Experience providing athletic training care in professional baseball or a comparable high-performance environment.
- Strong clinical, organizational, and communication skills.
- Experience conducting objective assessments and coordinating individualized rehabilitation plans.
- Ability to support staff across locations, manage competing priorities, and follow through.
- Current CPR/AED certification.
- Spanish proficiency is a plus.
Benefits
The Nationals offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package that presently includes:
- Medical, dental, vision, life and AD&D insurance
- Short- and long-term disability insurance
- Flexible spending accounts
- 401(k) and pension plan
- Access to complimentary tickets to Nationals home games
- Employee discounts
- Free onsite fitness center
Equal Opportunity Employer
The Nationals are dedicated to offering equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals regardless of their race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, family responsibilities, matriculation, political affiliation, genetic information, disability, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.
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